1.1 Introduction to Physics

1.1 Introduction to Physics

Open Ended

In your own opinion, what do you think physics is?

Physics

• Physics is the scientific study of matter and energy and their interactions.

• It's a basic science that deals with motion, electricity, energy, heat, sound, light, atoms, nuclear physics, and astronomy, among other topics.

• These areas of study can be broadly classified under two fields: classical physics and modern physics.

• Classical physics includes the study of motion, electricity, energy, heat, sound, light, and magnetism.

• Modern physics deals with topics such as nuclear physics, atomic physics, astrophysics, and relativity.

Important Contributors to Physics

• Let's research and learn about some important contributors to the field of physics:

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How might we see physics related to the other branches of science (chemistry, biology, etc)?

Multiple Choice

Which activity performed by a chemist is primarily based on an understanding of physics?

• Conducting a titration
• Storing chemicals in a cabinet
• Analysis of atomic and molecular interactions
• Mixing chemicals in a beaker

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Which action in biology can be explained by physics?

• Photosynthesis
• Cell division
• Muscle movement
• DNA replication

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Which branch of physics deals with the study of sound?

• Acoustics
• Electromagnetism
• Thermodynamics
• Quantum Mechanics

Multiple Choice

What is Niels Bohr famous for?

• Atomic structure and quantum theory
• Exploring the theory of evolution
• Inventing the light bulb
• Discovering the theory of relativity

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What is Robert Boyle famous for?

• Boyle's Law
• Newton's Law
• Relativity

• Evolution Theory

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What is Christiaan Huygens famous for?

• Advancements in computer science, robotics, and artificial intelligence
• Contributions to mathematics, physics, and astronomy
• Discoveries in marine biology, geology, and botany
• Inventions of the wheel, fire, and agriculture

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What is James Clerk Maxwell famous for?

• Classical theory of electromagnetic radiation
• Writing the theory of relativity
• Discovering gravity
• Inventing the light bulb

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What is Nicolaus Copernicus famous for?

• The heliocentric model of the universe.
• The laws of motion and universal gravitation.
• The theory of evolution by natural selection.
• The geocentric model of the universe.

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What is Galileo Galilei famous for?

• Galileo formulated the laws of motion.

• Galileo formulated the theory of relativity.
• Galileo discovered the laws of thermodynamics.
• Galileo is known for inventing the telescope.

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What is Sir Isaac Newton famous for?

• His theories on evolution and natural selection.
• His contributions to quantum mechanics.
• His work on electricity and magnetism.
• His laws of motion and universal gravitation.

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What is Albert Einstein famous for?

• Developing the theory of relativity and the equation E=mc².
• Discovering penicillin
• Writing the theory of evolution
• Inventing the telephone

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What is Marie Curie famous for?

• Her work on climate change
• The invention of the telephone
• Discovering the structure of DNA
• Research on radioactivity.

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What is Benjamin Franklin famous for?

• His studies on electricity.

• His work on the theory of relativity.
• His invention of the light bulb.
• His studies on magnetism.

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What is Aristotle famous for?

• Aristotle is known for his theories on motion and causality.

• Aristotle known for his work on the laws of thermodynamics.

• Aristotle developed the theory of relativity.
• Aristotle is known for his work on quantum mechanics.

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What is Robert Hooke famous for?

• His work on spring-mass systems.

• His theories on evolution and natural selection.
• His invention of the steam engine.
• His work on gravity and motion.